About the Book
Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated skin disease that causes rapid skin cell overproduction, resulting in thick, red, and scaly patches on the skin, especially on the knees, elbows, and scalp. While there is no cure, treatments like topical creams, phototherapy, and systemic medications can manage symptoms. The condition is triggered by an immune system problem and can be genetic, with factors like stress, infections, and certain medications acting as triggers.
Authored by over 30 psoriasis experts, this comprehensive handbook covers all aspects of the disease, from aetiopathogenesis to emerging therapies.
Each chapter provides key take-home points for clinical application.
Emphasising patient quality of life, the book explores comorbidities, adherence strategies, and mental health support.
Richly illustrated with charts and tables, the text details treatment options, including biologics and AI-driven precision medicine.
This invaluable resource blends science and practice to advance psoriasis management for clinicians, researchers, and students.
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction to Psoriasis: Definition, Epidemiology, and Etiology
2. Clinical Manifestations of Psoriasis: Plaque, Guttate, Pustular, Erythrodermic, and Inverse Psoriasis
3. Pathophysiology of Psoriasis: Immune System Dysfunction, Genetics, and Triggers
4. Differential Diagnosis of Psoriasis: Distinguishing Psoriasis from Other Dermatological Conditions
5. Psoriasis: Relation with Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Gut Dysbiosis
6. Comorbidities Associated with Psoriasis: Cardiovascular Disease, Metabolic Syndrome, and Depression
7. Assessment and Scoring of Psoriasis Severity: PASI and Other Scales
8. Topical Treatments for Psoriasis
9. Phototherapy in the Management of Psoriasis
10. Conventional Systemic Therapies in Psoriasis
11. Small Molecules in Psoriasis
12. Use of Biologics in Psoriasis
13. Combination and Rotational Therapy in the Management of Psoriasis
14. Management of Psoriatic Arthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
15. Pustular Psoriasis
16. Special Considerations in Psoriasis Management: Pregnancy, Children, and Elderly Patients
17. Psoriasis and Quality of Life: Impact on Patients - Daily Lives and Mental Health
18. Psoriasis and Dermatology Practice: Clinical Pearls and Best Practices for Patient Management
19. Patient Education and Support: Strategies for Improving Patient Adherence and Self-management
20. Case Studies in Psoriasis Management: Real-World Applications of Psoriasis Diagnosis and Treatment
21. Novel Therapeutic Targets in Psoriasis: Biologics, Small Molecules, and Cell-based Therapies
22. Overview of Psoriasis Research Trends
23. Personalized Medicine in Psoriasis
24. Advances in Psoriasis Research: Genomics, Proteomics, and Bioinformatics
About the Author :
Sudip Das MD (Derm and Ven) AIIMS New Delhi FRCP (Edinburgh)
Professor and Head, Department of Dermatology, Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Abhishek De MD FAGE SCE (Dermatology) FRCP (Edinburgh) FAAD PhD (Schl)
Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Konakanchi Venkata Chalam MD DVL
Associate Professor, Department of DVL, Government Medical College, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Saurabh Singh MBBS (AIIMS Delhi) MD (AIIMS Delhi) DNB
Additional Professor, Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, AIIMS Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
